24 Apr 1913
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1913
Page
1
Secretary Bryan outlined a preliminary universal peace proposal shared with President Wilson amid calls for arbitration. The plan submits all disputes to an international commission for investigation and a report before any war actions, aiming to close gaps in arbitration treaties and promote settlement without war.
Forecast for La Crosse calls for rain and cooler tonight with generally fair and moderately cooler conditions. Wisconsin expectations include showers tonight and Friday with cooler temperatures, while Minnesota warms tonight then turns colder Friday. overall unsettled across Omaha to the upper lakes with rain and cloudy skies.
Washington reports President and Secretary of State view the California anti alien land owning bill within national limits. Secretary Bryan travels to California to confer with Governor Johnson and legislative leaders before any action. Governor Johnson defends California’s right to consider and enact laws within its jurisdiction while seeking a peaceful outcome with Japan.
J Dahlin formerly of LaCrosse reportedly killed himself by action after leaving a farewell note along the Mississippi at Minneapolis. Police and employer testimonies describe Dahlin as mentally unsound with hallucinations and fears of haunting apparitions.
Seven fertile counties are inundated as water pours through the Woodlawn break, now 3000 feet wide and still advancing. In Melville Louisiana on April 24 the rise nears levee tops with a repeat of last year’s disaster feared tonight as hundreds race to shore up the embankment while women observe nearby.
Adrian Mich April 24 a village of 200 south of here was threatened with destruction by fire this afternoon. All wires are down.
New York April 24 Railroad firemen win an estimated 10 to 12 percent raise by Erdman act arbitration. Other claims approved. two firemen on large locomotives limited to necessity. Wages tied to locomotive weight standardized, while existing higher wages stay intact. Firemen freed from engine cleaning duties.
Former Senator Spooner pressed the Supreme Court for extra time to implement the dissolution decree against Union Pacific and Southern Pacific railroads. Attorney General McReynolds objected to the motion for lacking a stated time. Chief Justice White granted three days to file a written objection.
The Wisconsin State senate ordered the engrossment of the Akely bill, appropriating $225,000 for a new normal school at Madison. In the assembly the Neeland license bill to bar a saloon within one mile of the state university was probably killed, action indefinitely postponed. After indefinitely postponing the Frederick woman suffrage bill the assembly adjourned until seven p.m.
Los Angeles April 24 reports Ortie McManigal the informer linked to the McNamara trials and the iron workers heads will be released within a month. He is said to be freed before May 3 though District Attorney Fredericks would not confirm the report.
Vienna April 24 The aged King Nicholas of Montenegro holds the spotlight as pivotal in Europe. Diplomats and powers seek his mind on Scutari after his seizure, with questions whether he will hold or relinquish the city for cash or pressure. A European commission set to meet May 18 in Paris to adjust the Ottoman debt and borders follows.
La Crosse records show a population rise in March with births totaling 78, deaths 47, and marriages 32 as reported by the Office of the Register of Deeds. Cupid aided in 32 nuptials during the month. Strong entities include La Crosse, March, and the Register of Deeds office.
Topeka April 24 Kansas wheat in the finest condition in five years leads to a crop report by Secretary FL Caburn of the state board of satellites. He states prospects are for the largest wheat crop in the state's history amid favorable conditions and growing yields.
Los Angeles April 24 insane Doak fatally wounded his brother Samuel during a disturbance at the Hoolendeck hotel tables. A bystander named Fred Mertz was seriously wounded in the same incident.
Irvin Gardelasches 21 was killed instantly when a milk wagon was struck by the Ashland Limited on the Northwestern road at a grade crossing just north of the city. The incident occurred early today as the milk wagon and train collided.
Allegations filed April 24 accuse United States district attorney Kaigas A J Bone and special agent H K Dueberg of conspiracy and intimidation of witnesses in the Eugene Debs case. They allegedly used Dueberg to seed newspaper articles for personal gain and tried to corrupt postal inspector L I Chance to obtain material against the socialist paper Appeal to Reason. Bone is also said to have appeared in federal court intoxicated.
Washington April 34. Bitter partisan clash resumes over tariff revision with Republicans Democrats and progressives arguing for home constraint and revenue reform. Representative Peters of Massachusetts to lead Democrats on the tariff issue while Hull of Tennessee plans discussion of the income tax portion of the bill.
Phoenix April 24 predicted by leaders in both houses that Arizona will follow California with an anti alien landownership law. The senate judiciary committee is instructed to draft amendments to align the existing law with the California proposal.
Miss Ramona Borden, 17, daughter of Gail Borden, was allegedly kidnapped by two fashionable women in a car after claiming she had dined in Newark with friends. She returned to the Adams Sanitarium today, countering earlier reports of the abduction.
Rome April 24 Pope Pius ta shows improvement though weak and confined to bed. His sister Anda stays by his side in the sick rooms while Professors Marchiava and Amiei report the bronchial affliction is nearly cleared but strength remains limited and he remains under medical orders to stay in bed.
Coroner Peter N H Hoffman directing the murder inquiry into wealthy tailor George Dietz slain on April 14 received an anonymous letter threatening death unless he stops the investigation.
Riverside California reports a premature dynamite blast in cement quarries at Crestafore near town last night. Eleven workers were killed and five bodies recovered with the rest trapped under debris.
Washington April 24. President Wilson starts the day aiming to clear his desk and complete appointments so he can attend the Washington team game. He is eager to see Grover Granme pitch for the Washingtonians.
Springfield Ohio April 24 The doctor A R B Smith will take the witness stand in his fight against the charge of poisoning his first wife as the state nears the completion of its case.
Chicago April 24 Judge John A Mahoney municipal court says murders occur eight blocks from city hall with police ignorance and pickpockets swarm near Union and Northwestern stations. He seeks twenty policemen and an efficient captain to clean the district while the mayor offers to let him select the men. The plan’s details remain unresolved.
The legislative committee led by Lieut. Gay Ross concluded two months of study on the Peru Marquette railroad and submitted its findings to the state legislature. It recommends allowing the current receivership time to generate earnings, with a possible reorganization if the railroad fails to pay.
Thomas J. Dunvar, a prominent horse man in Wisconsin and Minnesota, died at St. Mary's hospital in Milwaukee after gall stones surgery. A Civil War veteran and longtime aid to the Wisconsin Humane Society, he once owned two stables of harness horses and was highly regarded nationwide.
A bateau accident occurred on the river between Troy and Green Island when a jellyboat reportedly went over the state dam. Three Fourg women are said to have drowned, with rescue efforts underway and authorities investigating the incident.
Washington April 22 Representative Gallagher of Illinois will introduce a resolution urging an early hearing before the house rules committee to investigate the alleged baseball trust. He notes the measure cannot advance without rules committee approval while Senator Smith of Georgia reviews Cobb contracts and the 80 Called baseball slavery clause to test Sherman Act compliance. Gallagher collects evidence to back his fight as Smith awaits American league players rules to determine contractors’ relations.
A blast at the Cincinnati mine near Finleyville Pennsylvania traps 122 workers while 93 escape. Rescue teams including state troops and government crews work from the Courtney and Mingo entrances to recover bodies and seek survivors as the death toll rises.
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